Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Scenes from The Oscars and The Spirit Awards

Paul with Alecia Vitarelli Chanel 6 Interview
Press getting ready.

Beach front fans at The Spirit Awards.
Claudia getting ready to walk the red carpet

Nasie and the family.



Friends before the show.

A rare picture of me and Paul.


John Waters, of course.

Our festive table.














A coveted ticket.
The Beasts crew!















Paul with Beasts Actor "Wink"

Paul with Oscar Nominated Producer Susannah Ludwig





























Paul and Phil on the Red Carpet
Benh and team.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

In My Bag

1. Jas MB Glazed Shopper ( with genius new with cross body strap)
2. Readers (1.5!)
3. Bananagrams (best game ever)
4. Land by Land Candle (travel size for making any space a little more livable.)

Monday, February 11, 2013

Happy (almost) Valentines!

My Valentine's Day gift to you, 20 percent off every order made at my SHOP with coupon code BIGLOVE through the end of the week. You can also find the newest addition to the Ilsa Loves Rick Brand, The Kiss (ring), fabricated in 14k rose or yellow gold. Go crazy!

Thursday, February 7, 2013

About A Girl...An interview with Jacqui Lawlor


Jacqui is a high school senior, a major talent as a young artist, and reflexively hopeful.

What gets you excited about the future?

So much about the future excites. Every time I read the travel section of the NY times or browse my favorite site thecoolhunter.net I find endless places where I'd like to travel. Now that I've found something I love and am excited about [art] I'm curious to see where this love takes me- I really have no idea. 

Who are your heros?

Wow heroes- I have so many. But to narrow it down many of my heroes are artists themselves...Maurizio Cattelan, Chuck Close, Paul Simon, Jay-Z, Jhumpa Lahiri, Al Green. The list could really go on, but what I admire about these artists is not just their dedication- that's a given - but the bravery and endurance it takes to pursue what you love - and the beautiful art they make. While reading about painting in a book that looked into the artist studio I came across a great Chuck Close quote: 
"Inspiration is for amateurs, the rest of us just show up and get to work". 
I think that quote stuck with me because as a young artist the reality of the insanely hard work that accompanies art making proves my love for the pursuit every day. 

How would you describe your personal style?

My personal style has changed over time. I have developed an intense distaste for anything trendy. I love sleek, boyish looks especially with a very feminine figure like my own. I also strive for a balance between modest like sophistication with a little bit of sexy. I try to work in a few playful, girls items with sleeker more boyish looks- that I think describes my personal style. I love vintage- who doesn't though? I admire women who incorporate ultra feminine styles with a piece in their outfit that is simple, and unisex. For example Miuccia Prada whom I am obsessed with and especially her known "uniform" of incredibly feminine, sometimes printed skirts paired with a simple- often v-neck, unisex sweater. I love her! 

Monday, February 4, 2013

Ilsa Loves Rick at Leif Shop

I am thrilled to announce that you can now find Ilsa Loves Rick product at this perfectly edited shop founded by Stacy Longenecker in 2011.  Based out of Brooklyn, Leif Shop is curated around the principle that small beautiful things can enrich and inspire daily life.  From the website:  "The LEIF lifestyle: growing indoor citrus trees, matte pastels, a collection of vintage glass bottles that span the colors of the rainbow, old botanical and anatomical prints, Meyer lemon butter on freshly baked scones, various breeds of succulents scattered throughout the home, a garden full of vegetables, freshly cut flowers on a reclaimed wood kitchen table, idolizing Jean Seberg, slip-on sneakers and striped t-shirts on a Saturday."  Sounds perfect.